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Stephen A. Smith is one of the most notable sports commentators working today. As the host of ESPN's "First Take" and "The Stephen A. Smith Show," he is known for speaking his mind firmly (and often loudly). Whether it's hating on the Dallas Cowboys or expressing his thoughts on who the best athlete in "SpongeBob Squarepants" would be, the man isn't afraid to say precisely what he thinks. As far as movies go? Smith recently demonstrated good taste by naming two Denzel Washington classics when listing his personal favorite films ever made during a conversation with Letterboxd.

Smith was asked to name his four favorite movies of all time, and after a moment of hesitation, Smith mentioned "Gladiator" first, with the commentator even doing Russell Crowe's famous "My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius" speech from memory, which demonstrated...

American Zoetrope's filmography is kind of mind-boggling. Co-founded by "Movie Brats" Francis Ford Coppola and George Lucas in 1969, the distributor and production company has stayed pretty true to its mission statement of backing not just projects by Coppola and his family, but also experimental and international cinema. The list of directors that've had American Zoetrope in their corner at some point or another is just as extraordinary. There's Jean-Luc Godard, Akira Kurosawa, Wim Wenders, Paul Schrader, Agnieszka Holland, Hans-Jürgen Syberberg, Godfrey Reggio, Carroll Ballard, and, of course, Tim Burton. Wait, what?

It's true: At the peak of his powers in the 1990s, the ringmaster of the "macabre funhouse" (as /Film's Bj Colangelo has aptly put it) teamed up with Coppola's American Zoetrope for 1999's "Sleepy Hollow." 

When you think about it, it's not so surprising that Coppola got in on Burton's creep-tastical revamp of Washington Irving's 1820 short story "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

Taylor Swift may have played her second Eras Tour concert at Wembley Stadum on Saturday night, but she wasn’t the only game in town. British stars, from Keeley Hawes (Netflix’s Prince Andrew film Scoop), Yasmin Finney (Doctor Who), legendary broadcasters and newsreaders Moira Stuart and Angela Rippon, and Adrian Lester (Renegade Nell, The Sandman) to Indira Varma (Game of Thrones), Nathaniel Curtis (It’s a Sin), Taj Atwal (Line of Duty, Memory) and Susan Wokoma (Enola Holmes), flocked to London’s National History Museum to an animal masquerade ball organized by charity The Feathers Association, celebrating its 90th anniversary, and partners. And they were joined by such U.S. guests as Esai Morales (Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, Ozark).

The Feathers Animal Masquerade Grand Ball fundraiser for “people and planet” featured a white tie dress code and was one of the most expensive fundraising events ever to be held in London,...

Embark on an angling adventure like no other with the latest episode of “Lindner’s Angling Edge,” titled “Giant Eagle Lake Muskies,” airing at 6:00 Am on Monday, June 3, 2024, exclusively on Outd. Join hosts Jeremy Smith and Jeff Simpson as they set out for Eagle Lake in Sunset Country, eager to tackle the challenge of reeling in some giant muskies during the transition from summer to fall.

Eagle Lake is renowned for its pristine waters and abundant muskie population, making it the perfect destination for anglers seeking an adrenaline-pumping fishing experience. As Jeremy and Jeff navigate the lake’s vast expanse, they’ll share valuable tips and techniques for targeting these elusive predators, from lure selection to casting techniques.

With breathtaking scenery and heart-pounding action, “Giant Eagle Lake Muskies” promises to be a thrilling escapade for fishing enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a novice caster,...

This Monday at 6:00 Am on Outd, fishing enthusiasts are in for an angling adventure with Season 22 Episode 12 of “Lindner’s Angling Edge” titled “Spring Panfish on Leech Lake.” Jeremy Smith and Al Lindner set their sights on Minnesota’s renowned Leech Lake, aiming to reel in giant crappies in the vibrant spring season. As the episode unfolds, viewers can expect a thrilling fishing expedition, with the hosts sharing their expertise and strategies to lure in these coveted panfish.

The excitement doesn’t end with the catch, as the episode also delves into the new panfish management plan implemented for Leech Lake. The audience gains insights into how this plan is set to ensure the growth of trophy panfish, creating a sustainable and thriving ecosystem for years to come. Join Jeremy Smith and Al Lindner for a morning of angling wisdom, scenic beauty, and the thrill of reeling in the...

Get ready for an exciting episode of “Lindner’s Angling Edge” with Season 22 Episode 10, titled “Fall Turnover Largemouth,” airing on Outd at 6:00 Am on Monday, March 4, 2024. In this installment, hosts Al Lindner and Jeremy Smith take on the challenge of turnover, offering valuable insights into where to find largemouth bass during this transitional period and the best presentation options for success.

As fall turnover brings changes to the underwater landscape, anglers face unique challenges in locating and catching fish. Al and Jeremy share their expertise and tips for navigating these conditions, helping viewers understand how to adapt their fishing strategies to capitalize on the opportunities presented by turnover.

With its blend of practical advice and stunning underwater footage, “Lindner’s Angling Edge” provides viewers with the knowledge and inspiration they need to enhance their fishing experience. Whether you’re a novice angler or a seasoned pro, this episode offers...

Gear up for an exhilarating episode of “Lindner’s Angling Edge” on Outd, airing at 6:00 Am on Monday, February 26th, 2024. In this exciting installment titled “Tazin Lake Trout Adventure,” viewers are in for an unforgettable fishing expedition with hosts Jeff Simpson and Jeremy Smith.

Located in the remote wilderness of northern Saskatchewan, Tazin Lake is renowned for its pristine waters and abundance of trophy-sized lake trout. Join Jeff and Jeremy as they embark on a mission to reel in these legendary fish, aiming for potential record-breaking catches.

Throughout the episode, viewers will be treated to breathtaking scenery and thrilling fishing action as Jeff and Jeremy navigate the challenges of angling in one of Canada’s most renowned fishing destinations. From casting lines to battling the powerful lakers, every moment is filled with excitement and anticipation.

Don’t miss the adrenaline-fueled adventure of “Lindner’s Angling Edge” as Jeff and...

Join the angling adventure with “Lindner’s Angling Edge” in Season 22, Episode 3 – “Lake Superior Lake Trout.” Set your alarms for 6:00 Am this Monday, January 15, 2024, as Jeremy Smith and Jeff Simpson embark on a journey to Superior Country to target the elusive lake trout.

In this episode, viewers can anticipate a showcase of top tactics for tackling lake trout, with trolling emerging as a key strategy. As the hosts navigate the pristine waters of Lake Superior, they reveal the intricacies of trolling techniques to lure in these formidable fish.

However, the excitement doesn’t stop there. “Lindner’s Angling Edge” offers a twist by highlighting vertical jigging as a favorite tactic for landing lake trout. Join Jeremy Smith and Jeff Simpson bright and early at 6:00 Am on Outd to witness the thrilling pursuit of Lake Superior Lake Trout and gain valuable insights into the techniques that make these anglers masters of their craft.

Brian De Palma's energetic 1998 neo-noir/mystery "Snake Eyes" bears a lot of the filmmaker's famously serpentine aesthetic hallmarks. De Palma employs numerous split-screens, for instance, as well as long tracking shots and Pov scenes to mete out carefully eschewed information at just the right pace. Nicolas Cage plays an Atlantic City police detective who is visiting a friend, a naval commander played by Gary Sinise, while attending a high-profile boxing match. When one of the boxers is shot by a sniper (!), Cage springs into action immediately begins investigating who was where in a crowded arena. He zeroes in on a mysterious femme fatale in white (Carla Gugino). Naturally, the screenplay, by David Koepp, goes places a viewer doesn't expect. Luis Guzmán, Tamara Tunie, and Kevin Dunn play supporting roles. 

"Snake Eyes" was not warmly received by critics, and was only a modest hit at the box office. It was...

A pivotal moment of the British crime series "Peaky Blinders," late in the series' sixth season, sees members of the show's central street gang taking revenge against an Irish Republican Army leader for the murder of one of their own. Under the thin moonlight, gunfire competes with passing trains to see which can deafen Birmingham residents faster. The cobblestone road of Small Heath gives away the positions of the warring criminals as they scramble for cover, and the dense fog provides a blanket nearly as thick as a dust storm. Between exchanged shots, a woman and her children pass through the steel-and-rubble no man's land, where one of the girls picks up a spent shell. Her mother warns that if she wanders too far in the dark, "the Peaky Blinders'll get you."

Such is the mythology that runs through Steven Knight's gangster saga, which aired its final episode in April of this year.

Steven Spielberg is immensely concerned about the future of cinema. The "Fabelmans" director went on record with A.O. Scott of the New York Times to talk about his new movie, but also to express extreme trepidation about where movies stand in the wake of Covid lockdowns. Movies, he feels, aren't drawing crowds to theaters the same way they did in the past, and -- perhaps controversially -- he felt that people streaming movies at home wasn't a suitable substitute. Back in 2013, in an interview with the Guardian, Spielberg had already predicted a sea change in the future of moviegoing, claiming that expensive, effect-based blockbusters (a class of film he helped pioneer back in the 1970s) would fetch higher ticket prices while smaller, more intimate dramas like his own "Lincoln" would play only smaller arthouses. The director also felt that Netflix and other streaming services should be omitted from Academy Award consideration,...